National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month embraces so many nationalities and even two months – September 15 to October 15 – to celebrate the legacy, contributions and cultures of the diverse group of Americans collectively referred to as Hispanic and Latinx (Latina and Latino) in the United States. Identity within this community is the topic of our Community Connections essay by scholar and NYC nonprofit founder Marissa Gutierrez-Vicario.

In honor of the month, we present The 35th Hispanic Heritage Awards and premieres of the Spanish-language drama La Otra Mirada (streaming); POV: The Last Out; and Dia de Los Muertos. An American Masters film on the legendary Rita Moreno receives an encore. Throughout the year, watch the PBS Kids series Alma’s Way, set in the South Bronx, and stream episodes from VOCES.